Senator Tammy Duckworth has publicly criticized Tulsi Gabbard, suggesting that the former Congresswoman and current Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army is compromised and possibly a Russian asset. Duckworth's comments come in the context of Gabbard's potential nomination for Director of National Intelligence. Duckworth referenced Gabbard's actions over the past decade, including defending Russian President Vladimir Putin, blaming the U.S. for Russia's invasion of Ukraine, opposing sanctions on Russia, and parroting Russian propaganda. These actions, according to Duckworth, indicate that Gabbard cannot be trusted with U.S. intelligence. In response, Senator Markwayne Mullin has defended Gabbard, highlighting her continued service in the Army and her command of a Reserve Unit, arguing that Duckworth's accusations are unfounded and politically motivated.
